A glossary of terms covering all aspects of breast and ovarian cancer.
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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Decongestive physiotherapy |
A specialised type of physiotherapy used in the treatment of lymphoedema |
| Deep inferior epigastric perforator (DIE |
A type of breast reconstruction using the blood vessels, fat and skin from the stomach |
| Diethylstilbestrol |
A drug prescribed to women during the 1930s to 1970s to prevent miscarriage and treat other complications of pregnancy |
| Dietitian |
A health professional who specialises in providing advice about what to eat |
| Distress thermometer |
A self-rating scale used to measure how distressed or upset a person is feeling |
| Ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) |
Non-invasive breast cancer that is confined to the ducts of the breast |
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